Bacon and Onion Flaky Pastry Rolls Recipe – Savory Appetizer Idea
These bacon and onion flaky pastry rolls are the ultimate comfort food. Buttery puff pastry wraps around crispy bacon and sweet caramelized onions, baked until golden and delicious. A quick and easy recipe that’s perfect for entertaining, brunch, or a cozy snack!
Equipment
- Skillet
- Wooden spoon
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper
- Knife + cutting board
- Pastry brush
Ingredients
- 1 sheet puff pastry (store-bought or homemade)
- 6 strips bacon, diced
- 2 medium onions, thinly sliced
- 2 tbsp butter or olive oil
- 1 tsp sugar (optional, for caramelizing onions)
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 egg, beaten (for glaze)
- Optional: shredded cheese, herbs, chili flakes
Instructions
- Caramelize onions: Heat butter in skillet. Cook onions slowly over medium-low heat for 20 minutes until golden and sweet. Add sugar if desired.
- Cook bacon: In a separate pan, cook diced bacon until crisp. Drain excess fat.
- Combine filling: Mix bacon and onions together. Season with salt and pepper.
- Prepare pastry: Roll out puff pastry and cut into rectangles.
- Fill and roll: Place filling on each rectangle. Roll tightly and seal edges with water or egg wash.
- Glaze: Brush tops with beaten egg.
- Bake: Place rolls on parchment-lined sheet. Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 20–25 minutes until golden and flaky.
- Cool slightly: Rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor: Add shredded cheese or herbs to filling.
- Make-ahead: Assemble rolls and refrigerate unbaked; bake fresh when needed.
- Storage: Keep in airtight container for 3 days or freeze for 2 months.
- Tip: Chill pastry before baking for maximum flakiness.
- Variations: Try spicy jalapeño, vegetarian mushroom, or mini bite-sized rolls for parties.